Our arts programme includes everything from children’s theatre and craft to opera, ballet and theatre streamed live on our giant cinema screen. Our gallery space hosts a programme of five exhibitions every year.

Ann & Steve Toon Wildlife Photographywww.toonphoto.com
A Northumberland-based, husband and wife team of former journalists turned professional wildlife photographers. Ann & Steve have a deep interest in conservation and, where they can, also use their background in journalism to explore the many complex issues affecting wildlife today. They have been running photo workshops in Cumbria for more than ten years and have recently embarked on a successful new venture leading photographic safaris.

Art By Camerawww.artbycamera.co.uk
In the Art By Camera Studio, close to Rheged, Richard and Sue offer tuition in Digital Photography. Their courses are designed for very small groups or individuals so clients have very “hands-on”, practical sessions with their cameras.

Ben Bush Photographywww.ben-bush.co.uk
Ben Bush is a self-taught landscape photographer born and based in the north Lake District. Ben’s photographs feature impressive mountain ranges, arching celestial skies, low misty clouds and deep mirrored waters. His collection of work predominately celebrates the Lake District.

Carlisle Sony Centrewww.centresdirect.co.uk
The Sony specialist for cameras and lenses. Offering our customers free tutorials and event days with professionals to enable you to get the most out of your new camera.

Fotospeedwww.fotospeed.com
Fotospeed is all about the printed image and making sure what you see on screen is what you get on paper. With over 20 inkjet papers to choose from their Fine Art and Photo inkjet range.

The Guild of Photographerswww.photoguild.co.uk
Professional, enthusiast or both – if you are a photographer the Guild can help you to get the most from your camera in a friendly and supportive way! Our membership includes full and part-time professional photographers committed to delivering the highest standards to their customers, distinguished social photographers of many years standing, plus enthusiasts who are involved with photography simply because they ‘love it’, as well as aspiring photographers who can benefit from the experience of our established members.

Jack the Hat Photographicwww.jackthehat.co.uk
Cumbria’s largest photographic accessory specialists. Don’t miss their special show discounts on 3 Legged Thing tripods, Peak Design straps and much more. Call by their stand for free product demonstrations and photography advice.

Just Ltdwww.cameraclean.co.uk
Just Ltd specialise in cleaning and protection products for photographers. We supply easyCover lens and body covers, LCD protectors and a comprehensive range of sensor cleaning products from Dust-Aid, The Dust Patrol and Photographic Solutions. We also distribute the B-Grip range of camera camera carrying systems, which are ideal for fell walkers and active photographers.

Keswick Limey Photography & Framing
David sells his own photographs which he frames himself. He also offers a bespoke framing service to others, going to the client to discuss the requirements and then once done delivering the finished product.

Leica Store Manchesterwww.leicastoremanchester.com
Leica Store Manchester are the only independent photographic retailer in the UK dedicated solely to the Leica camera.

Long Valley Bookswww.longvalleybooks.com
A small independent publishing company based in the heart of the Lake District who publish “The Photographer’s Guides” series of location guidebooks. Each book covers 50 fantastic locations and is designed to give you everything you need to get the most out your photography trip – a variety of locations, detailed written directions, annotated maps, where to park and satnav information.

The Right Kitwww.rightkit.co.uk
The Right Kit is all about having fun with phone photography. Enhance the content of your videos, blog posts & tutorials and take more of your own website and stock photography.

SHOW CURATOR Rod Ireland Photographywww.rodireland.co.uk
Rod Ireland is a full-time professional photographer living in the Lake District. As well as exhibiting and selling landscape photography work, he provides photography tours and workshops.

Simon Whalleywww.simonwhalley.org
Simon Whalley’s approach to nature photography is one of ‘Magical Realism’. He believes in the photographer helping to re-connect viewers with nature. He believes photographers must play a larger role in conservation initiatives and in behaving in a sustainable manner. He is active in conservation and re-wilding networks.

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